Associate Technical Designer

acushnetgolf; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 58,234 - 72,766; Full time

Job summary

KJUS in Boulder, CO is seeking an Associate Technical Designer to build a pattern block library and ensure consistent fits across Ski, Golf, and Lifestyle. You will report to the Director Product Design & Development and work with vendors to meet timelines and quality standards.

The role requires 2+ years in pattern making, 1 year with PLM, and strong Adobe Creative Suite proficiency. This is a full-time position based in Boulder.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 4 years related experience.
• Minimum 2 years pattern making and technical design experience.
• 1 year experience with Centric Centric PLM or similar systems.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for design communication.

Responsibilities

• Communicate comments to vendors with sketches, photos, or updates.
• Set up tracking charts for sample status from proto to production.
• Issue final production approvals with graded spec sheets.
• Manage product data in PLM and PIM systems.
• Adhere to development timelines for prototypes and samples.
• Collaborate with vendors to improve pricing and quality.
• Measure garments and solve production issues with vendors.
• Organize fit sessions with live models or mannequins.

Skills

Pattern making

Technical design

Grading system

Vendor communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design or similar field

High school diploma + 4 years experience in apparel design

Tools

Centric PLM

Assyst

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign)

MS Office / Outlook

Job description

KJUS is dedicated to amplifying the world's most exhilarating golf and ski experiences. We achieve this through miraculous technology that goes beyond innovation, setting entirely new standards for performance, comfort, and protection. Our shared passion for golf and ski drives us to create incredible products that empower our loyal customers to fully enjoy their passions. For us, it’s not just a job—it’s a joyful obsession. As a result, KJUS products are found in the most remarkable ski and golf destinations worldwide.

The KJUS headquarters are in Boulder, Colorado, with satellite offices in Switzerland and Scotland. Our showrooms can be found worldwide. In 2019, Acushnet Company partnered with KJUS, joining our brand with other fantastic labels like Titleist, FootJoy, Scotty Cameron, and Vokey.

KJUS | Associate Technical Designer

Full-time – Boulder, CO

Associate Technical Designer to assist in building a pattern block library that guarantees consistent fits and fit systems across all the departments to include Ski, Golf and Lifestyle. This position will report directly to the Director Product Design & Development.

Responsibilities

Process, Data, and Vendor Management (50%)

• Clearly communicate comments in a timely manner to the vendor- including any sketches, digital photos or updates on patterns, fit, or grading
• Set up tracking charts to monitor sample status and approvals for fit from 1st proto to production
• Issue final production approvals with graded spec sheets
• Manage product specific data in product lifestyle management system and product information system
• Respect and follow strict development timelines including individually assigned duties necessary for timely delivery of prototypes, fit samples, and salesman samples
• Push vendors for continual improvement and innovation
• Foster trusting relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services and to stay up to date about new manufacturing and construction techniques
• Check and measure garments that were called out with issues and communicate with vendors about ways to solve problems in production

Fittings and Samples (30%)

• Organize and execute fit sessions on live models or mannequins- for prototypes, size sets, and any other samples- prepared with tech packs and fit history for each style
• Evaluate samples for fit, specs, and construction details
• Organize samples so that prototypes and history are easy to access if needed
• Order or coordinate for test and pre-proto samples or mockups for seasonal collections
• Measure all samples to create proto and production size charts in Centric PLM system
• Ensure all samples meet the construction standards and manufacturing tolerances of KJUS
• Find and measure fit models that are available for regular and size set fittings

Technical Blocks (15%)

• Create initial spec sheets from design briefs for the Golf, Lifestyle, and Ski lines
• Build a pattern block library that guarantees consistent fits and fit systems across all of the KJUS departments
• Ensure brand integrity, size and fit are consistent throughout all product categories
• Identify potential production, quality, and costing issues and make recommendations while maintaining design and fit intent

Research and Development (5%)

• Help conduct market research to identify new trends, innovations and workmanship techniques
• Travel markets and work with sales team to gather consumer and account feedback for fit and function
• Understand the target KJUS consumer and ensure that your work and the quality produced agrees with global target customer, pricing strategy, and total business strategy

• Help with coordination for test sample process for season collections

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design or similar field. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in apparel design
• Minimum 2 years of experience in pattern making and technical design
• Minimum 1 year of experience with PLM: Centric preferred
• Moderate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Experience in creating a graded fit system and base shapes for a brand preferred
• Experience fitting and creating functional and technical apparel with high affinity for trends in premium products preferred
• Experience with patternmaking software: Assyst preferred
• Extended periods of time sitting and/or standing, occasional lifting
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Outlook)
• A passion for outdoor sports industry preferred

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Pay Range: $58,234.00-$72,766.50

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